2002 Chevrolet Malibu Review Summaries

What reviewers liked most about the Chevrolet Malibu:

The keys go straight into the dashboard, a design which is both pleasantly retro and practical.

-- Auto Reviews

The large trunk has a low opening for easy cargo loading.

-- DriveChicago.com

Delivers excellent handling, plenty of power, lots of headroom, and a quiet and comfortable ride.

-- New Car Test Drive

The rear passengers in the Malibu benefit from 'theater-style' seating.

-- Road Test Online

What reviewers liked least about the Chevrolet Malibu:

Driving excitement is not part of the Malibu equation.

-- Automobile

With its inoffensively institutional design, the Malibu isn't going to turn any heads.

-- Car and Driver

Chevrolet Malibu Comparisons:

Less refined than Camry or Accord.

-- Automobile

The Malibu is a couple of inches longer than ... the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, but it is more than 7 inches shorter than its main domestic rival, the Ford Taurus.

-- New Car Test Drive

Best one-liner about the Chevrolet Malibu:

You can drive around all year in the Malibu without attracting law enforcement attention.

-- Cars.com

Living-room looks

-- The Detroit News